Pippa and Tristan catch up on a packed week in the equestrian world:

Asian Games Countdown: Pippa shares the behind-the-scenes prep and travel logistics heading out to Japan.

Burghley Highlights: Reflecting on past Burghley memories and celebrating Gemma Stevens' emotional and well-deserved five-star win with Chilli Knight.

The Olympic Name Story: Pippa explains the hilarious (and slightly awkward) story behind her name change ahead of the Athens Olympic Games.

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Recorded live at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials, Pippa and Tristan are joined by one of eventing’s biggest stars, Ros Canter. Ros reflects on the moments that have shaped her remarkable career, from Olympic glory and championship success to the horses and people who helped her along the way.

She also shares what it takes to perform under pressure, how she builds a partnership with each horse and what makes Burghley such a unique and formidable challenge. Plus, Ros reveals what it's like juggling life as a mother of two whilst being one of the best eventers in the world.

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We’re all still recovering from the brilliance of Burghley, so we’ve got a slightly different Free Rein Friday for you this week. Recorded at Pippa’s yard in July, it’s double Funnell trouble, with an in-depth chat with Pippa and William from their sofa!

They talk training, competition, life with horses and what they’re really like away from the arena.

In this episode:

Pippa vs William: We find out how their coaching styles differ, who is the tougher trainer and how they approach getting the best out of horses and riders.

Life with Horses: Pippa and William talk about balancing riding, coaching, the Billy Stud and travelling, and whether they ever actually manage to take a day off.

Training & Horsemanship: From working with young horses to getting the basics right, Pippa and William talk about how they train and the importance of building trust between horse and rider.

Competition Nerves: Pippa and William compare how they are before a big competition, including Pippa's nerves and William insisting he's not grumpy, just "focused".

Life at Home: We hear about gardening, barbecues, new cushions and William's idea of a romantic evening involving a tractor and spreading muck.

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Recorded live at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials, William and Alice Fox-Pitt join Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps for a very special episode of Talk Horse, brought to you in partnership with Musto.

And we have a fantastic offer from Musto for the Talk Horse family! Use code TALKHORSE15 to receive 15% off everything on the website, including already discounted products, until midnight on 16 September 2026. Cannot be used with any other offer. William reflects on his extraordinary eventing career, the horses and moments that shaped it, and his many unforgettable experiences competing at Burghley. He also shares how his relationship with the event has changed since stepping away from competition and what it is like watching the next generation take on one of the toughest challenges in the sport. Alice takes us behind the scenes of her own life with horses, from competing and racing to becoming one of the most recognisable voices in equestrian broadcasting. Together, they reveal what life is really like in the Fox-Pitt household, how they balance horses, work and family, and whether they always agree when it comes to the sport they both love. Send us your questions for Fridays Free Rein Friday on [email protected] London International Horse Show are bringing us an eventing extravaganza at this December’s show. Get your tickets now for the evening performance on Friday 18 December for this historic masterclass! TALKHORSE10 to get 10% off.

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Don't forget to use code TALKHORSE10 for a special discount on tickets for the London International Horse Show this December including the brand new eventing masterclass on Friday 18th. Welcome back to another Free Rein Friday catch-up on Talk Horse! 🐴 This week, Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are diving into everything from exciting new partnerships to your most pressing equestrian questions. In this episode: The Safari Launch: We announce our new partnership with Steadfast and try on some rather "bougie" safari hats. For more details check out https://steadfast.africa/ and use code TALKHORSE for some lovely extras. Burghley & Norway: Tristan shares stories from his "international modeling" trip to the Norwegian fjords, and we look ahead to the action at Burghley. Training Your First Youngster: Pippa provides invaluable advice on the "ABC" method of training young horses, emphasizing trust, consistency, and reading body language. Career Reflections: Pippa answers what she might have done differently in her career (clue: it involves the water!) and shares the joy of the journey with every horse. Community Highlights: We reveal some incredible moss flower arrangements from our listeners and play another round of "Lone Ranger." 🌎 Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use the code TALKHORSE at checkout. Download the Saily app or visit: https://saily.com/talkhorse #TalkHorse #PippaFunnell #TristanPhipps #Eventing #HorseTraining #BurghleyHT #EquestrianPodcast

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We have a big announcement! Our fabulous partners at London International Horse Show are bringing us an eventing extravaganza at this December’s show, with our very own Pippa as ambassador. Get your tickets now for the evening performance on Friday 18 December for this historic masterclass! TALKHORSE10 to get 10% off.

This week, we’re joined by the multi-talented Karl Ude-Martinez, founder of The Knights of Middle England. Karl has had one of the most unusual and exciting careers in the horse world, spanning acting, international polo commentary, stunt riding and professional jousting.

Karl shares the story of his “baptism of fire” as a teenage knight at Warwick Castle, how he balances the precision of polo with the chaos of the jousting arena, and his deep belief in the transformative power of horses.

He also reveals the realities of performing at speed in full armour, the trust required between horse and rider, and some unforgettable stories from a career spent entertaining crowds both in and out of the saddle.

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Welcome back to another Free Rein Friday! In this special episode, Pippa returns from an incredible week at the FEI World Equestrian Games in Aachen.

We dive into the "battle of the titans" in the eventing world, celebrate the phenomenal British results across Dressage and Show Jumping, and share the inspiring stories of horse and rider partnerships that truly shone on the world stage.

We also look ahead to the wide-open competition at Burghley, announce our exciting live show plans (come say hi!), and take a moment to answer a very moving listener question about finding the confidence to get back in the saddle after a tragic loss.

We'll be interviewing equestrian power couple William and Alice Fox Pitt at the Musto Stand at Burghley after the Dressage (at around 4pm) on Friday 4th.

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Olympic event rider and equestrian entrepreneur Rachael Faulkner joins Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps on Talk Horse.

Rachael shares her journey from growing up with horses in England and Canada to fulfilling a childhood dream of representing Team Canada at the Barcelona Olympics — and why reaching that goal ultimately led her to step away from competitive riding.

She also reveals stories from training with Captain Mark Phillips, breakfast with Princess Anne, an unexpected positive drug test on the road to the Olympics, and how she went on to transform Tweeseldown into one of Britain’s best-known equestrian venues.

Plus, Rachael discusses building the Lucinda Green XC Academy with Eventing legend Lucinda Green and her work helping to shape the future of British Eventing.

Have questions, anecdotes or stories? Send them to [email protected] for a chance to have them featured on an upcoming Free Rein Friday episode.

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Welcome back to another Free Rein Friday on Talk Horse! 🐎 Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps dive into your questions and share some behind-the-scenes stories from the equestrian world. Pippa reveals how her beloved children's book series, "Tilly's Pony Tails," actually came to be (and whether we'll ever see Tilly grow up!). We also tackle a listener dilemma: what do you do when your horse seems "too careful" for eventing? Pippa shares her expert advice on reading your horse’s confidence and knowing when to stick with a discipline or try something new. Plus, we answer a brilliant question about making the leap to becoming a professional rider—proving it's never too late to chase your equestrian dreams. In this episode: The origin story of the Tilly books Advice for adult novices aiming to go pro Tristan’s dream equestrian discipline Understanding horse "carefulness" in eventing vs. show jumping Our new listener game: Lone Ranger! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and send in your questions for next week! [email protected] #TalkHorse #PippaFunnell #EquestrianPodcast #Eventing #HorseTraining #TillysPonyTails #FreeReinFriday

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Part of Britain’s gold-medal-winning team, Gemma Stevens joins Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps for the latest episode of Talk Horse, recorded just before the team’s success at the Eventing World Championships in Aachen.

Gemma is a powerhouse and a rarity in the equestrian world - competing at the highest levels of both eventing and international show jumping. From growing up at her mother’s riding school to representing Great Britain at the Rio Olympics, her career has been anything but ordinary. In this episode, we dive into how Gemma manages to jump 1.50m tracks one day and tackle four-star cross-country the next, the fascinating story behind the clones of legendary stallion Chilly Morning, her Olympic ambitions and what she’s doing to prepare her current string of horses for LA 2028. Have questions, anecdotes, or stories? Leave a comment below for a chance to have them featured on an upcoming Free Rein Friday episode or email [email protected]

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It’s Free Rein Friday, and Pippa and Tristan are tackling the important questions in life, like if money, time and skill was no object, which horses from all disciplines would they have in their dream stable? Pippa gets candid about imposter syndrome and whether even an Olympic champion can sometimes wonder if they’re good enough, while there’s a vital update from the Funnell vegetable patch. Plus, Tristan adds “wildlife rescuer” to his CV after coming to the aid of a baby bird. Just your average Friday at Talk Horse. Horses, honesty, home-grown veg and a very small feathered guest. What more could you want from Free Rein Friday? Do send you questions below or drop us a line at [email protected]

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